Olympus SP-820UZ vs Ricoh CX6
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-896mm (F3.4-5.7) lens
- 485g - 117 x 78 x 93mm
- Introduced August 2012
- Replaced the Olympus SP-820UZ
- Later Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 201g - 104 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed November 2011
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Ricoh CX6 Overview
The following is a in depth analysis of the Olympus SP-820UZ and Ricoh CX6, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Ricoh. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and CX6 (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SP-820UZ was manufactured 10 months after the CX6 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SP-820UZ grades versus the CX6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Ricoh CX6 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ and Ricoh CX6. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Ricoh CX6
SP-820UZ | CX6 | |||
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Revealed | August 2012 | November 2011 | Newer by 10 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Olympus SP-820UZ
CX6 | SP-820UZ | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 1230k | 460k | Crisper screen (+770k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-820UZ and Ricoh CX6
SP-820UZ | CX6 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-820UZ features outside measurements of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX6 has dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).
See the Olympus SP-820UZ and Ricoh CX6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the SP-820UZ versus the CX6.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-820UZ and CX6 is 69 and 92 respectively.
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The picture here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-820UZ and CX6.
All in all, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus SP-820UZ to result in greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger SP-820UZ will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Ricoh CX6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model type | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Ricoh CX6 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-08-21 | 2011-11-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 22-896mm (40.7x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.7 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 15.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 485 gr (1.07 pounds) | 201 gr (0.44 pounds) |
Dimensions | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $299 | $595 |